Rudbeckia maxima Seeds (Great Coneflower)

The Great Coneflower (Rudbeckia maxima), also known as Cabbageleaf Coneflower, is a stunning perennial plant native to the United States. It features distinctive large blue-green leaves that resemble those of cabbage plants. This cone-shaped flower can reach a mature height of 4-7 feet, making it an impressive addition to any garden or landscape. With its dramatic appearance and ability to attract pollinators, such as butterflies and bees, it is a popular choice among gardeners. Rudbeckia maxima seeds can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 5-9, making it adaptable to a variety of climates.

Growing Rudbeckia maxima from Seed

• Growth cycle: Perennial
• Watering: Medium
• Sunlight: Full Sun
• Suitable climates: Humid Continental, Humid Subtropical, Marine West Coast, Mediterranean, Subarctic
• Where to grow: Outdoors
• Flower color: Yellow

Germinating Great Coneflower Flower Seeds

To germinate Rudbeckia maxima, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix, lightly covered with a thin layer of soil. Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Provide warmth and indirect sunlight for successful germination.

We source all of our Rudbeckia maxima seeds from a small greenhouse facility based in southeastern Maine and store them in a dark, temperature-controlled environment before shipment. You’ll find that our fresh Great Coneflower seeds are much easier to germinate than the mass-produced packets of flower seeds found in stores! If you have any trouble growing Great Coneflower seeds, we’re happy to send you additional gardening tips. In the (unlikely) event that your Rudbeckia maxima seeds do not germinate at all, we’ll give you a full refund, no questions asked.

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